DeVault Presents
A Nigerian pop-culture podcast hosted by Tobi Kayode and Munachiso Nzeribe, covering topics relevant to Nigerian youth and culture.
Episodes
DeVault Presents: Boy Bands (P-Square)
This episode is all about a seminal Nigerian pop group and OG Nigerian boy band that set the tone for contemporary Afrobeats and Pan-African/diasporic appeal. Muna and Tobi dive into the journey of the legendary albeit controversial smash hit makers, P-Square. The cohosts dive into the nitty gritty of what made the Nigerian pop group truly stand out. From their expertly choreographed music videos
DeVault Presents: The Evolution of Rema
This episode is all about the ‘Prince of Afrobeats’. Muna and Tobi dive into the journey of the boy who started out making gospel music in Edo State and has evolved into a household staple. The cohosts dive the singles, features, albums and EPs that marked his journey and earned him a spot on the Billboard charts. We make playlists guys!DEVAULT SETTINGS (SPOTIFY)DEVAULT SETTINGS (APPLE MUSIC).If y
DeVault Presents: The Underground Episode
In this episode, we discuss the underground scene and some of the acts that bubbled to the charts this year. We delve into the similar, but very different, Alte movement and how that played a part in giving us the new sounds/styles we have today. We have playlists! DEVAULT SETTINGS (SPOTIFY)DEVAULT SETTINGS (APPLE MUSIC).If you like this podcast, please give us a rating and a review wherever y
DeVault Presents: The Afropop IT Girls
In this episode, we discuss the IT girls that have revolutionized the Afrobeat industry with their fusion styles. We discuss the legends of the past and the girlies currently dominating the industry, what we have been listening to and our feelings about the future of the Afropop scene. We have playlists! DEVAULT SETTINGS (SPOTIFY)DEVAULT SETTINGS (APPLE MUSIC).If you like this podcast, please give
DeVault Presents: The Comeback
In this episode, we kneel down and beg you to remember the good times we had. We discuss our hiatus and what led to it, what we've been listening to, what we've been watching and our general feelings about the state of the Nigerian music scene.We make playlists! You can listen via the links below. DEVAULT SETTINGS (SPOTIFY) DEVAULT SETTINGS (APPLE MUSIC) If you like this podcast, plea
DeVault Presents: First Things First
In this episode, DeVault presents: First Things First. In this episode, we get into the art of album sequencing. We discuss what album sequencing is, the importance of album sequencing, our favourite albums from last year and this year(as at the date of recording, and the best Nigerian albums.
We make playlists! You can listen via the links below.
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DeVault Presents: The Death of Naijapiano
In this episode, DeVault presents: The Death of Naijapiano. For our return from a LONG break, we get into the decline of one of the fastest growing/dominant genres in the Nigerian soundscape. We discuss what we think led to this decline, who we ‘blame’, and what sounds/artists look promising right now. We took a much needed break to go back to the drawing board and expand our team. We are truly de
DeVault Presents: Naija ft. Everyone Else
In this episode, DeVault presents: Naija ft. Everyone Else. Tobi and Muna delve into a marketing trend that has seen exponential popularity and appears closely intertwined with the recent surge of interest in Nigerian media: international collaborations. They discuss their top picks for international music collaborations, as well as those they believe deserve more recognition. Additionally, they e
DeVault Presents: A 2023 Replay
Happy New Year people! In this episode, DeVault presents: A 2023 Replay. Tobi and Muna get into the highs and lows of 2023: their favorite and not so favorite internet moments, music moments and life moments. In the popular in and out fashion they hint at what to look forward to in the new year.
We make playlists! You can listen via the links below.
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DeVault Presents: Regular, VIP or Table?
In this episode, DeVault presents: Regular, VIP or Table. Muna and Tobi delve into concert culture in Nigeria. The circle out venue issues, sound issues and time management as some of the main plagues of concert culture in Nigeria. In a voice note segment at the episode's end, we hear Tobi dissecting Afronation's failure to be hosted in Nigeria.
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DeVault Presents: Best in Awards Show
In this episode, DeVault presents: Best In Awards Show. For our first topical episode of the season, we get into the phenomena of awards shows. We get into the recent Headies ceremony, other obscure award ceremonies and what we think the way forward is for recognition ceremonies of that nature.
We make playlists! You can listen via the links below.
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DeVault Presents: WTF is Going On?
In this bonus episode, DeVault presents: 'WTF is Going On?,' an extension of the ice breaker session turned bonus episode, where the hosts get into exactly what the f**k is going on. On the premiere episode of the segment and segue into a new season, Tobi and Muna discuss BBNaija, Burna Boy and Nigerian artistes taking the global stage.
We make playlists! You can listen via the links bel
DeVault Presents: The Wombolofication of Nigerian Music Videos
In the season finale of the podcast, DeVault presents: The Wombolofication of Nigerian Music Videos. Tobi and Muna trace the evolution of Nigerian music videos and track how exactly we got to the state of hyper surrealist music videos we are at now. They get into why we need music videos and their top Nigerian music videos of all time.
We make playlists! You can listen via the links below.
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DeVault Presents: Good Girl Gone Bad
In this episode, DeVault presents: Good Girl Gone Bad. Tobi and Muna dive into the artiste journeys of Tiwa Savage and Adekunle Gold as a case study to understand the concept of ‘rebranding’ in the Nigerian music industry. They discuss what a rebrand is, what prompts an artiste rebrand and what artistes they feel are due fora rebrand.
We make playlists! You can listen via the links below.
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DeVault Presents: Remix-Refix-Cover?
In this episode, DeVault presents: Remix-Refix-Cover? Before diving into the vast world of remix culture, Tobi highlights the small but notable differences between a remix, refix and cover. Through the course of the episode, Tobi and Muna discuss their favourite Nigerian remixes, the atmosphere in which a remix is necessary and the future of remix culture in Nigeria.
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DeVault Presents: A Story Far From Home
EPISODE NOTE: Sorry about the buggy episode audio!
In this episode, DeVault presents: A Story Far From Home. Tobi and Muna dive into youth representation in Nigerian films and series through in-depth looks at the productions: MTV Suga, Schooled, Far From Home and Kasala. They give brief synopses of the productions discussed, give their opinions and icks about each of the shows respectively d
DeVault Presents: The Journey of Amapiano to Nigeria
We can't get enough of the viral and ever evolving South African house subgenre, Amapiano. It's a deeply sensual genre that can be enjoyed in a variety of settings. In this episode, DeVault presents the journey of amapiano to Nigeria. Tobi and Muna discuss the history of amapiano, the various musical collaborations that existed between Nigeria and South Africa pre-amapiano, the origins of 'Naijapi
DeVault Presents: A 2022 Recap
Happy New Year, People! In this episode, Tobi and Muna recap their 2022 and get into their favourite internet moments, songs, albums and visual productions from 2022. In proper new years fashion, they reflect on these moments and predict what they feel 2023 holds pop-culture wise.
Episode note: *Correction* Obongjayar's album is called 'Some Nights I Dream of Doors' not 'Some Days I Dream o
DeVault Presents: The Journey of Cruel Santino
In this episode, DeVault presents the journey of a key figure in the burgeoning alté scene: Mr. Cruel Santino FKA Santi also FKA Ozzy B. He is a man of many talents and an explorer of multiple genres. Tobi and Muna get into his interesting evolution as an artiste and the albums/mixtapes that marked this journey.
Episode Note:
*Correction* Cruel Santino changed his name because of a certain Santi
DeVault Presents: Yet Another Podcast
An introductory episode where Tobi and Muna dive into their influences, interests and what's been on their mind.
Episode note:
Tobi lives in Abuja and Muna lives in Lagos. They recorded this episode on zoom before they knew any better, so please forgive the audio quality.
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DeVault Presents: a Nigerian pop-culture podcast hosted by Tobi Kayode and Muna Nzeribe. Every two weeks, join Tobi and Muna to explore the various facets of the Nigerian entertainment industry while also tracking its evolution and the growth of its major and minor players.
